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Exclusions

BC Cancer Colon Screening promotes early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer. The program is not intended for:

Individuals who are up-to-date for colon screening.

Patients who have had a FIT in the preceding 2 years, or colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy in the preceding 10 years for average-risk patients; or a colonoscopy in the preceding 5 years for higher-than average-risk patients.

Individuals who have a personal history of colorectal cancer, ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease.

These patients should continue to obtain care through their specialist or health care provider.

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BC Cancer Screening offers a number of cancer screening
promotion and education materials intended for patients and health care providers as well as
program support materials for the Colon and Breast Screening Programs. To place an order, complete the order forms below and fax to 604-877-6113 or email to